The chogokin or gokin (metal) toys thread [Archive] - Ozformers Transformers Club of Australia (otca.com.au)

drifand

3rd April 2014, 12:02 AM

I thought it be nice to have a Chogokin page.
This is where Soul of Chogokin, Super robots chogokin, Godaikin old school,
Metal builds (non gundam) and all other Diecast metal toy robots worth mentioning to be discussed or sell your items.

Now I know Macross are also partially chogokin and so is Gundam FIX and Metal build, however it would be better if those selected categories be posted there.

drifand

3rd April 2014, 12:04 AM

Metal Build Laevatein

http://tamashii.jp/special/metalbuild/laevatein/

Is already released, and not surprising sold out.

drifand

3rd April 2014, 12:05 AM

Gaofighgar super robot chogokin released

http://tamashii.jp/item/10666/

VGMStudios

4th April 2014, 11:51 PM

Gaofighgar super robot chogokin released

http://tamashii.jp/item/10666/

Looking forward to this. Just pre-orderd. Will look great next to GGG! :D

drifand

6th April 2014, 01:29 AM

I only bought gaofigar, as I need the space. Wished they come out with the other cool robots for this line.

kurdt_the_goat

6th April 2014, 02:43 AM

I'll be selling my Super Robot Chogokin Gokai-oh and Magiking, along with Soul of Chogokin Daioja at Nexus in a few weeks. Doubt anyone wants to pay shipping on Daioja, that is one monster box!

Slag

6th April 2014, 02:49 PM

I'll be selling my Super Robot Chogokin Gokai-oh and Magiking, along with Soul of Chogokin Daioja at Nexus in a few weeks. Doubt anyone wants to pay shipping on Daioja, that is one monster box!

I'd be keen to have a look. whats the damage on those guys?

kurdt_the_goat

6th April 2014, 03:11 PM

$50 each for the SRC's ... toys themselves are as new, the boxes are about 85% new.

$300 for the SoC. That's a bit less than what i paid for it last year... the box is about 75%, and the toy's perfect, other than one shoulder joint which is a bit loose (seems to be QC rather than age).

drifand

10th April 2014, 05:15 PM

Gaiking LEGEND OF DAIKU-MARYU Gaiking the Great Miyazawa Limited Plating Color Ver.

Available hobbysearch

http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10270395

those who like bling bling

drifand

13th April 2014, 09:54 AM

http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10202156

Tetsujin 28 by Evalution Dynamite toys is reissued again for those who don't have one or do not have the SOC by Bandai.

I believe Amiami still has them on pre-order if anyone likes this guy. I do. :)
But being I have the SOC version this is just 1cm taller so I have to skip.

Penetrator

13th April 2014, 04:43 PM

Any think God Mars is a good buy?

drifand

13th April 2014, 05:02 PM

Any think God Mars is a good buy?

You referring to Dynamite version or Bandai's SOC?

In my own opinion, the SOC would be more figure accurate in terms of split robots. In terms of just toy fun, go Dynamite version.

VGMStudios

14th April 2014, 03:33 AM

I agree the SOC version is an amazing figure. Its one of my favorite SOCs.

drifand

14th April 2014, 08:38 AM

The Dynamite version looks like blocks, quite streamline.

http://robotjapan.proboards.com/thread/22220/dynamite-action-god-combination-godmars

The SOC is definitely more natural. Not too blockish.

http://www.robot-japan.com/gallery/item/gx-40-godmars-soc-2.html

jazzcomp

14th April 2014, 09:31 AM

Anyone have a GX-31 (31V) or GX-43 they'd like to sell?

drifand

14th April 2014, 11:11 AM

Anyone have a GX-31 (31V) or GX-43 they'd like to sell?

The Daimos could be obtained at reasonable prices I think.

I don't think I can help with Volts V. My humble opinion is to wait for a reissue as they did for Combatra. The Volts V is a popular robot as many asian countries did show it on their television in the old days.

Sam

14th April 2014, 07:14 PM

Only have the black version of Golden Lightan, but it's still nice.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Warrior_Gold_Lightan

jazzcomp

14th April 2014, 07:58 PM

The Daimos could be obtained at reasonable prices I think.

I don't think I can help with Volts V. My humble opinion is to wait for a reissue as they did for Combatra. The Volts V is a popular robot as many asian countries did show it on their television in the old days.
Thanks! I missed out when a member here was selling it.

drifand

14th April 2014, 08:36 PM

Thanks! I missed out when a member here was selling it.

I will let you know when I come across one. Daimos would probably be the first. I don't have this piece as I had the godaikin version.

drifand

14th April 2014, 09:10 PM

Voltes V 28,000yen

http://www.anime-export.com/product/18694

VGMStudios

15th April 2014, 05:39 AM

would getting it from Yahoo Japan be cheaper?

jazzcomp

15th April 2014, 08:12 AM

Voltes V 28,000yen

http://www.anime-export.com/product/18694
Thanks, no discount. :) Hoping it was 31V for that price.

drifand

15th April 2014, 08:14 AM

would getting it from Yahoo Japan be cheaper?

Would be the hassle of shipping arrangements. These days is all ems from Japan unless you do not mind unregistered.

I have not personally used Yahoo Japan, though we could possibly get some steals from time to time.

drifand

15th April 2014, 08:16 AM

Thanks, no discount. :) Hoping it was 31V for that price.

I will keep looking. The issue is Volts has not been reproduce. The T-28 is the same here and I bought mine expensive.

jazzcomp

15th April 2014, 02:37 PM

I will keep looking. The issue is Volts has not been reproduce. The T-28 is the same here and I bought mine expensive.
Thanks! It's the cheapest price so far. I really appreciate the help.

I don't have as deep pockets as other members here. :)

drifand

15th April 2014, 04:30 PM

Thanks! It's the cheapest price so far. I really appreciate the help.

I don't have as deep pockets as other members here. :)

Well....I didn't pay that much for mine for the Volts V, I think it was maybe at 21,000 yen or so long ago. You be shock to know I only paid $100US for the original popy version loose. That toy weighs a ton.

As for deep pockets, not really, I do try my best to consider each purchase and not going "must buy". The problem is toys nowadays do not last in stock if you missed the pre-order and is a roll of the dice. Sometimes they are available and other times not. I find getting toys are harder than before.

The SOC series has been okay if you are collecting, they don't get just sold out immediately at most places and do take a longer time.

There may be a cheaper one down the road, is all to do with patience or how bad you want it.

jazzcomp

15th April 2014, 04:43 PM

I know. Everything's cheaper awhile back when toy collecting isn't as trendy as it is now.
Everybody wishes they have kept their old toys instead of giving them away or breaking them during play.

VGMStudios

15th April 2014, 11:33 PM

I buy from Yahoo Japan a lot and sending it registered or even unregistered is relativity save.
here are some auctions that are currently up:
http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/search?p=%E3%83%9C%E3%83%AB%E3%83%86%E3%82%B9%E3%8 3%95%E3%82%A1%E3%82%A4%E3%83%96+&auccat=&aq=-1&oq=&ei=UTF-8&tab_ex=commerce&slider=0

Some proxies even have a calculator so you know how much you will spend.
hope this is of some help.

jazzcomp

16th April 2014, 07:42 AM

VGMStudios

16th April 2014, 08:38 AM

yes you will need to use a proxy service like buyee or from japan or japamart in order to get it to you. Youll need to pay thier fees for the service and all shipping.
Sometimes its worth it.

Penetrator

16th April 2014, 04:18 PM

You referring to Dynamite version or Bandai's SOC?

In my own opinion, the SOC would be more figure accurate in terms of split robots. In terms of just toy fun, go Dynamite version.

Yea the SOC version

I remember having him as a kid which was more blocky and shorter than the SOC counterpart...

just his legs seems a little long and $400+ for this set.... geeze

drifand

16th April 2014, 05:32 PM

Yea the SOC version

I remember having him as a kid which was more blocky and shorter than the SOC counterpart...

just his legs seems a little long and $400+ for this set.... geeze

hmm....I am not sure you gotten the Godaikin DX version which is definitely way bigger than this SOC version. You might have gotten the ST version which is shorter? There is also a hybrid version in between.

The godaikin version stands pretty tall. I do not have the piece with me as is back at my dad's home.

I think you can score below $380 for this. Saw them for 22,000 yen.

below are pics of the hybrid "custom" and the actual godaikin box

http://i543.photobucket.com/albums/gg450/repairtechjon/2Godmarz005.jpg

and the toy

http://i543.photobucket.com/albums/gg450/repairtechjon/godmarzcompare005.jpg

jazzcomp

18th April 2014, 01:54 PM

yes you will need to use a proxy service like buyee or from japan or japamart in order to get it to you. Youll need to pay thier fees for the service and all shipping.
Sometimes its worth it.
how much is the actual additional cost to buy using buyee?

Funny translation -
Been opened Soul of Chogokin GX-31 Voltes Five Voltes V [beauty products]

【開封済】超合金魂 GX-31 ボルテスファイブボルテスV【美品】

Is it really like that? Or just google translate?

VGMStudios

19th April 2014, 06:51 AM

how much is the actual additional cost to buy using buyee?

Funny translation -
Been opened Soul of Chogokin GX-31 Voltes Five Voltes V [beauty products]

【開封済】超合金魂 GX-31 ボルテスファイブボルテスV【美品】

Is it really like that? Or just google translate?

Im not sure. I don't use buyee. Check their site for fees. They should state how much they are.
And thats Google's translation. I got beautiful article. Basically the item is in beautiful condition.

drifand

19th April 2014, 09:19 AM

Give and take, there may be a scratch or two sometimes.

Penetrator

19th April 2014, 02:48 PM

hmm....I am not sure you gotten the Godaikin DX version which is definitely way bigger than this SOC version. You might have gotten the ST version which is shorter? There is also a hybrid version in between.

The godaikin version stands pretty tall. I do not have the piece with me as is back at my dad's home.

I think you can score below $380 for this. Saw them for 22,000 yen.

below are pics of the hybrid "custom" and the actual godaikin box

http://i543.photobucket.com/albums/gg450/repairtechjon/2Godmarz005.jpg

and the toy

http://i543.photobucket.com/albums/gg450/repairtechjon/godmarzcompare005.jpg

It'd be the Goddaikin one I had as a kid. Pretty sure it was that one. I remember the arm joints.

wow... memories... :)

drifand

19th April 2014, 07:40 PM

Well the soc has better way of not loosing the hands I think. Looks better than now. Of course the older version is worth more.

drifand

20th April 2014, 10:53 PM

Mazinger Z by three zero.

http://www.toy-people.com/?p=24386

A bit nuts, cool but a bit tired of buying Mazinger for me. Will be no less than 20,000 yen for sure.

drifand

22nd April 2014, 08:06 AM

Soul of Chogokin GX-65 Invincible Steel Man Daitarn 3 Renewal Color(Preorder)

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-004024&page=top

At Amiami, 19,000 yen surprisingly available

drifand

22nd April 2014, 08:09 AM

Voltron 30th Anniversary Collector's Figure(Provisional Preorder)

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?scode=FIGURE-004351

Again Amiami :eek: 26,500 yen

jazzcomp

22nd April 2014, 09:30 AM

Voltron 30th Anniversary Collector's Figure(Provisional Preorder)
Again Amiami :eek: 26,500 yen
no pilots?

drifand

22nd April 2014, 10:10 AM

no pilots?

Don't think they were ever pilots in the metal version? I am not familiar with it as I didn't get it.

drifand

27th April 2014, 05:23 PM

Dynamite Action! No.10 New Getter Robo - Getter 1(Released)

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-002301&page=top

Looks okay.

drifand

27th April 2014, 06:11 PM

�31,350

Mazinger Z by three zero

http://www.hlj.com/product/thz44414

drifand

9th May 2014, 12:03 PM

Chogokin - Tower of the Sun Robot(Preorder) at Amiami

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-005906&page=top

not my thing

drifand

10th May 2014, 12:00 AM

http://www.tamashii.jp/item/10701/

Tamashii SPEC Layzner MARK II - Limited...

is available on Nippon Yasan

Tetsuwan Convoy

10th May 2014, 12:36 PM

Voltron 30th Anniversary Collector's Figure(Provisional Preorder)

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?scode=FIGURE-004351

Again Amiami :eek: 26,500 yen

No pilots in that. Too small

Man I want one, but it's just so ridiculously overpriced. The original was $50 apparently. Some extrs lights and crap, a rubbsh stand and an extra couple of hundred bucks :mad:

A bit sad toynami made it to Japan with this. I was rather hoping for a chogokin release. This Japanese Toynami release makes me less sure about it happening now....:(

drifand

10th May 2014, 04:24 PM

No pilots in that. Too small

Man I want one, but it's just so ridiculously overpriced. The original was $50 apparently. Some extrs lights and crap, a rubbsh stand and an extra couple of hundred bucks :mad:

A bit sad toynami made it to Japan with this. I was rather hoping for a chogokin release. This Japanese Toynami release makes me less sure about it happening now....:(

I won't give up, if Daltanious was out, and with the amount of robots left in SOC list, they have to do the following:

Voltron,
Gardian,
Bioman,
Sun Vulcan,

there are a few more.

Hursticon

11th May 2014, 10:12 PM

"GAO-GAI-GARRRRR!!!"

No release date as of yet, but when this "Soul of Chogokin" iteration of the King of Braves (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GaoGaiGar) goes up for preorder I'll be damn getting it! :D:cool:
(Pics courtesy of CollectionDX (http://www.collectiondx.com/news_item/5914/soul_chogokin_gaogaigar_updated) & GunJap (http://www.gunjap.net/site/?p=175676) ;))

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar01_zps73b59b6e.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar04_zpsc0436217.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar03_zps156e481f.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar02_zps89250f72.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar05_zps1c94dbc3.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar06_zps24a232a7.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/GaoGaiGar07_zps9ef0c250.jpg

drifand

11th May 2014, 10:24 PM

I want the Gao Fai Gar, as it is more refined without the lion.

I am surprised it isn't in Tamashii web news.

VGMStudios

13th May 2014, 03:47 AM

drifand

13th May 2014, 10:15 AM

Im more then sure GaiFaiGar will come along after GGG.
Ive been waiting for this ever since I read about it many months ago.
This pre-order will go fast like macross figures!
Me want! Looks spectacular.

There will be enough, Noticed the hammer is not with it so is going to be separate SOC.

Price will be a yes/no for me as I like Gao Fai Gar more, but I can take this if it is priced okay.

Tetsuwan Convoy

13th May 2014, 03:10 PM

Im more then sure GaiFaiGar will come along after GGG.
Ive been waiting for this ever since I read about it many months ago.
This pre-order will go fast like macross figures!
Me want! Looks spectacular.

I know nothing about the character, but it does looks very nice. If the paintwork is blingy enough, I'd be all up for it! :D

Hursticon

13th May 2014, 06:34 PM

I know nothing about the character, but it does looks very nice. If the paintwork is blingy enough, I'd be all up for it! :D

@Tets, do you enjoy Mecha Anime about Manliness, Courage & LOTS of Yelling? - Then join us in: "FINAL! - FUSION!!! (http://youtu.be/wODKm9cI9Lw)" :D:cool:

@VGM & Drifand: GaoFaiGar? "Pfft!" - You guys are crazy ;):p, Genesic GaoGaiGar is where it's at... :cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/GenesicGaogaigarfull240637_zpsbfd5fef9.jpg

VGMStudios

13th May 2014, 11:13 PM

drifand

14th May 2014, 10:18 AM

Haw Haw Haw Hursticon. You are funny!
GGGG is pretty cool Ill admit. Even with all that crazy hair!!
I do have the recent chogokin version of him. Came with the special hands too!
But there is something about GFG that looks a better then GGG. Heck I like them all! haha.

and I am with you, the GfG without the lion feels more refined and nice for me.
If not wrong, I think it makes it look not so bulky without the lion.

I bought the SRC of Gao Fai Gar. Genasic looks too over the top.

Tetsuwan Convoy

15th May 2014, 08:27 PM

@Tets, do you enjoy Mecha Anime about Manliness, Courage & LOTS of Yelling? - Then join us in: "FINAL! - FUSION!!! (http://youtu.be/wODKm9cI9Lw)" :D:cool:

Manliness? Yes. Courage? Yes. lots of yelling? HELL YEAH

Dayum. Tempting...:D

drifand

1st June 2014, 11:47 AM

The Yamato and frankly chogokin is on sale at hlj

About 13,000+ yen

drifand

2nd June 2014, 11:01 PM

Godmaz SOC was reissued.

Tetsuwan Convoy

4th June 2014, 08:24 PM

Godmaz SOC was reissued.

Ahh, Godmars, an impressive piece in size and design. Shame he looks so plain. Skip

drifand

12th June 2014, 04:50 PM

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-006354&page=top

Doraemon robot

Don't ask.

pass of course for me.

twincobra

12th June 2014, 06:53 PM

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-006354&page=top

Doraemon robot

Don't ask.

pass of course for me.

Haha, hope they make a TMNT Chogokin combiner :)

gekisou

23rd June 2014, 12:27 PM

Ahh, Godmars, an impressive piece in size and design. Shame he looks so plain. Skip

Awww... GodMars is brilliant! It was one of the few Super Robot series I watched that had the main mecha is incredibly overpowered and they had to weaken it as it went along.

I missed out on the original SOC release so this reissue is a yes for me. :)

drifand

23rd June 2014, 12:52 PM

Awww... GodMars is brilliant! It was one of the few Super Robot series I watched that had the main mecha is incredibly overpowered and they had to weaken it as it went along.

I missed out on the original SOC release so this reissue is a yes for me. :)

If you didn't get it. Is already sold out everywhere.

Penetrator

23rd June 2014, 12:56 PM

VGMStudios

24th June 2014, 12:32 AM

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-006354&page=top

Doraemon robot

Don't ask.

pass of course for me.

Well at least its a lot better looking then that Disney abomination one.

drifand

24th June 2014, 09:38 AM

Well at least its a lot better looking then that Disney abomination one.

I agree, but just not my thing to collect.

VGMStudios

27th June 2014, 02:22 AM

What is this?
Super Robot Chogokin RepliGaoGaiGar & Victory Key Set 5 TamashiWeb Exclusive
http://cdn.anime-export.com/images/product_images/big_thumb/1403779692_20436_Repli1.jpg
is it a re-release with special parts? Or the one we've been waiting for?

I thought it was going to be a SOL and not a SRC.

King Atlas

27th June 2014, 03:56 AM

There is an episode where Gaofighgar fights a clone (this) of the first Gaogaigar.

Its exactly the same as the first SRC just recolored with more white (Wow! Less paint apps!) and it comes with the Key to Victory (set 2) sold separately from the first release.

It does come with two new effect parts but not worth buying for imo.

This has nothing to do with the SOC and I assume made only for die-hard fans.

VGMStudios

27th June 2014, 04:57 AM

^^ Ahh! Thanks for the info King Atlas. Maybe if I watched the show I would have known. haha! I thought it looked a little plain. So it does have less paint apps. Wow indeed!

OK then this is a skip for me! Phew!

drifand

27th June 2014, 09:40 AM

I only bought GaoFaigar SRC for me, seems like there is a delay of the actual SOC GAoGaiGar, have not heard anything.

drifand

14th August 2014, 08:02 PM

http://i57.tinypic.com/28jvd6e.jpg

My GAO fai gar arrived
He has lots of metal on the legs

VGMStudios

15th August 2014, 04:08 AM

Got mine a few days ago. Took him out, looked at him, sat him on my shelf for a few days, put him back in the box.
No room really to display him.

He is a fantastic piece. It was cool to see that they added the hand shake hands for both FaiGar and GaiGar. That was a nice touch. Going to do that once I get more room.

drifand

22nd August 2014, 08:17 AM

Reading news that GAO Gai gar soc is at 32,000 yen.
Wtf to that price really.

Hursticon

22nd August 2014, 09:48 PM

Reading news that GAO Gai gar soc is at 32,000 yen.
Wtf to that price really.

He purportedly stands a head-height taller than MP Soundwave (260mm/26cm), will be somewhat bulkier in mass too with a substantive amount of diecast thanks to Drill-Gao. :cool:

I agree, circa $350 is a damn spicy price, but this is looking to be THE definitive iteration of GaoGaiGar so I'm trying really hard to find the funds in-time for his release in December. :o:D

drifand

23rd August 2014, 11:02 AM

I have to see it, but chances is they don't even include the hammer and screw driver and that's what's going to puss me off big time for the price.
I will buy it if it was GAO fai gar.
At the moment is hold my horses as I have to buy star saber and I have the metal build gundam at 21,100 yen isn't making it any easier for me.

That price has reached where a chogokin dx is which is so far mazinger is the only release.

No doubt die hard fans will want this. Is weird, I have watched the cartoon and I am not eager to get this but prefer the GAO fai gar version

VGMStudios

23rd August 2014, 11:32 AM

Where did you see thus information?

Edit. Nevermore. Found it on Tomopop.
Gonna cost 30000yen. Will come with the screwdriver.
Don't really care that it doesn't come with the hammer. Won't display him with it anyways.

drifand

23rd August 2014, 01:22 PM

Chances they will release one with hammer. Just watch.

Hursticon

27th August 2014, 03:29 PM

Chances they will release one with hammer. Just watch.

I would be inclined to think that Goldimarg would receive his own release, if previous offerings of GGG are anything to go by. :cool:

drifand

27th August 2014, 05:20 PM

I would be inclined to think that Goldimarg would receive his own release, if previous offerings of GGG are anything to go by. :cool:

It would be Tamashii web hence it will be by order. I am not surprise with Bandai's style lately.

VGMStudios

1st September 2014, 05:14 PM

Gx68 is up for pre order on amiami and bbts if anyone is interested.
Got mine in.

drifand

1st September 2014, 07:36 PM

Product Category : Toys > Robots / Tokusatsu (SFX) > Tokusatsu (SFX) Toys > Other
Soul of Chogokin GX-31V (40th Anniv.) Voltes V (Chogokin 40th Anniversary Commemoration Ver.) "Voltes V"(Preorder)
Bandai (Release Date: late Jan-2015)

Volts v might be more interests as is already sold out.

jazzcomp

1st September 2014, 11:36 PM

:( Voltes is really one I'd like to have. If anyone can help out, I'd really be grateful. :cool:

drifand

1st September 2014, 11:59 PM

Pm sent is available at anime export

jazzcomp

2nd September 2014, 12:01 AM

Pm sent is available at anime export
Thanks, mate! :cool:

Tetsuwan Convoy

2nd September 2014, 10:30 AM

Was surpised to see GGG up at amiami for 26000 yennies. Bit cheaper than I though it would be, but still not cheap enough. :p

drifand

2nd September 2014, 12:28 PM

Was surpised to see GGG up at amiami for 26000 yennies. Bit cheaper than I though it would be, but still not cheap enough. :p

Ny has it for 24,800yen

I am skipping it as I am selective on soc.

VGMStudios

2nd September 2014, 12:58 PM

It's cheaper? Humm I may have to cancel my pre order with amiami.
I'm getting it because I like all sorts of soc.

drifand

2nd September 2014, 08:16 PM

It's cheaper? Humm I may have to cancel my pre order with amiami.
I'm getting it because I like all sorts of soc.

Yup it isn't a bad toy anyway. Is just like godmas and volts v and a lot I have passed up. They are great and ggg will be just as good .

Yeah was surprised by was cheaper than amiami.

Btw volts v is also released at ny cheaper as well.

Post pics if you guys are opening them. Make me jealous. Lol

VGMStudios

2nd September 2014, 10:50 PM

godmars is a great figure.
he one that i have on display. very glad i got him.

drifand

3rd September 2014, 12:28 AM

Godsigma looks great as well

Hursticon

4th September 2014, 01:51 AM

Welp...

Missed out on preordering SoC GaoGaiGar via any Japanese website as they all sold out within 5mins of the listings going up and of course I was on my way home from work at the time and had ABSOLUTELY no idea of when the solicitations were to be made available anyway! :(:mad:

I ended up going with BBTS for my preorder of GGG, price was comparable to some of the Japanese stores, but once postage & currency conversion hit he'll no doubt costing a bit more than I'd initially intended. :o

Just happy I managed to secure one from SOMEWHERE, I would've been thoroughly pissed had I of missed out entirely - Now to begin yet another waiting game. ;):p

drifand

4th September 2014, 08:03 AM

Sorry to hear, but ggg was out at ny for quite some time before it was sold out. Nothing like the crazy macross Ozma within 1 min.

Anime export has it for 27,000yen

VGMStudios

5th September 2014, 07:15 AM

Hurtsi go now. Cd Japan has them.

http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/NEOGDS-120414

drifand

5th September 2014, 07:24 AM

The more I see starsaber the more I can't believe this is so expensive.
It must be the ton of metal around the legs that is costing us.

Tetsuwan Convoy

5th September 2014, 01:18 PM

Lets hope so, being Chogokin.

But then Drossel Charming had little metal content in her and shes chogokin as well...

Hursticon

6th September 2014, 01:23 AM

Hurtsi go now. Cd Japan has them.

http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/NEOGDS-120414

Cheers for the link mate, much appreciated! :D

VGMStudios

6th September 2014, 04:55 AM

Cheers for the link mate, much appreciated! :D

You are most welcome! :)
Always looking out for you.

liegeprime

19th September 2014, 05:20 PM

Chogokin Mazinger Z and Weapons pack. Fits in Scaling wise as well with my GX31 Voltes V

Small figure but heavy as due to the die cast parts hehe. Now I only need to have Daimos and Im done with getting the 3 robots I grew up with on TV...besides Transformers :p;)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05978_zpse8e47fca.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05978_zpse8e47fca.jpg.html)

drifand

20th September 2014, 09:04 PM

Daimos can be obtained at reasonable prices.

The Super Robot chogokin series had been underated, They are actually very high quality display figures minus the gismos off what the SOC version will do at reasonable prices.

I have the SOC version for Mazinger and great mazinger thus I skipped that.

liegeprime

21st September 2014, 02:25 AM

Well I'm hoping I do find one at a reasonable price. I chose this one after conferring around a fb group collecting Super robots coz I wantedone that is close to scale to my Voltes V robot, GX31. I says it did quite nicely. Hope they make a Aphrodite A of same scale to go with it as well a Boss Borot :D, I might grab that too. Another Robot I might invest upon because of Nostalgia as I had the cheaper all plastic version when I was younger is that of Trider G7. Oh and also Danguard Ace, maybe... I gotta research first which release would scale well with Voltes V as he will be my benchmark, scalewise. :)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05993_zps79c11667.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05993_zps79c11667.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05992_zpsc5fcbac7.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC05992_zpsc5fcbac7.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06001_zps447a2bcb.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06001_zps447a2bcb.jpg.html)

I think I'll grab the SRC Great Mazinger figure as well.

drifand

21st September 2014, 10:12 AM

No mazinkaizer? That build is great, I highly recommend that piece.
You may need to be selective on what you want as they are not cheap.

drifand

26th September 2014, 07:00 PM

GX-66 Trider G7 by Bandai
is on SALE at HLJ

drifand

23rd October 2014, 11:56 PM

http://i58.tinypic.com/25yvlfk.jpg

Looks like march for skl renewal

drifand

31st October 2014, 11:11 AM

SKL renewal is now available for pre-order at HLJ.
Added mine.

drifand

31st October 2014, 05:25 PM

SKL now available at Amiami, is the cheapest. Grab it while you can.

kurdt_the_goat

10th November 2014, 02:03 AM

I love Super Robot Chogokin - cheaper and less shelf space - so really pleased they showed these at Tamashii Nations 2014!

http://i.imgur.com/FbZdP5ll.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/FbZdP5l.jpg) http://i.imgur.com/u6zxXQll.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/u6zxXQl.jpg)

That being said, God Sigma is RRP 7500Y so it's not THAT cheap - probably he's a a larger SRC for that price.
Releases in April 2015 ... no date or price for God Mars yet.

More pics from that event are on ToysDaily (http://toysdaily.com/discuz/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=230014&extra=page%3D1&page=12)

Trent

10th November 2014, 06:51 AM

Does SOC stuff ever get reissued? I've taken a liking to Gunbuster but bugger paying aftermarket prices for it!

drifand

10th November 2014, 01:41 PM

Does SOC stuff ever get reissued? I've taken a liking to Gunbuster but bugger paying aftermarket prices for it!

They do, wait for it. And I mean wait.
Your other best bet in mandrake.

I gotten mine when first released and is good. The src version doesn't compare.

drifand

10th November 2014, 01:43 PM

Trent

10th November 2014, 05:52 PM

They do, wait for it. And I mean wait.
Your other best bet in mandrake.

I gotten mine when first released and is good. The src version doesn't compare.

Thanks. I'll wait.

VGMStudios

10th November 2014, 06:00 PM

drifand

10th November 2014, 07:38 PM

Know about it a couple months back.

I only question Bandai as no doubt they will release their soc and that's where I can't decide to get this one now.

drifand

10th November 2014, 07:39 PM

Thanks. I'll wait.

Might be a long one, if I see it under 25,000 yen I give you a pm?

kurdt_the_goat

10th November 2014, 07:47 PM

Know about it a couple months back.

I only question Bandai as no doubt they will release their soc and that's where I can't decide to get this one now.

A potential Bandai version.... yeah, there is still some room for them to improve on this Mad Toys release. Maybe it was to avoid problems with WEP, but i find it odd that the blue lion doesn't have the yellow stripe like the anime. Maybe they're planning a repaint...

But a guy from Miracle Productions (who made the Vehicle Voltron) made a pretty good case against Bandai ever actually doing a Lion Voltron over on the Robot Japan forums (http://robotjapan.proboards.com/post/327453) a few months back:

hi all, prehaps there is something I should not say, if you guys more understanding the relationship between WEP, Toei and Bandai, you will be more understanding why Bandai not making golion.

I believe the WEP and Toei have a couple court case, they sue each other about the right of golion over 20 years.

As a real business partner of Toei, will Bandai make a lion Voltron to upset Toei?

Just the saint seiya Myth cloth series contribute around 10% total sales of Bandai, and, other big titles like Dragon Ball, one piece ...etc. you can imagine how big the amount they work together every year.

FOr Lion Voltron, how many pcs Bandai can sell? 50,000? I guess, how much they can earn? 100 USD each? may be or may be not.

so, total max is just around 5,000,000 USD. for a small company like us, is a lot, for Bandai, sure is not a lot.

will Bandai going to upset Toei just becasue of this amount, I don't think so....

so, that's why bandai did not and will not make it.

sorry, I am really talking too much.

Worst comes to worst, I'll sell Mad Toys one in favour of a better Bandai one if they make it!

More than good match for now:

http://i.imgur.com/LNqJTOL.jpg (http://imgur.com/LNqJTOL)

liegeprime

10th November 2014, 08:56 PM

Keep forgetting to post this hehehe

Great Mazinger!
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06120_zps8510657a.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06120_zps8510657a.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06121_zps6906a66f.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC06121_zps6906a66f.jpg.html)

liegeprime

10th November 2014, 08:59 PM

So how many of you knew about this?

http://www.picture1.enfuniverse.com/brands/misc/beast1.jpghttp://www.madtoys-infinity.com/images/golion-poster-2a.jpg
Madtoys infinity Golion

I just found out myself. Looks pretty awesome.
Tempted to get one.

I saw this one at Facebook, a friend of mine posted some photos but not promo photos, it's like it's on a ledge out in a park... must be a prototype or something but it sure can recreate the poses in the cartoons quite well. Tempted to get one...

drifand

10th November 2014, 09:35 PM

A potential Bandai version.... yeah, there is still some room for them to improve on this Mad Toys release. Maybe it was to avoid problems with WEP, but i find it odd that the blue lion doesn't have the yellow stripe like the anime. Maybe they're planning a repaint...

But a guy from Miracle Productions (who made the Vehicle Voltron) made a pretty good case against Bandai ever actually doing a Lion Voltron over on the Robot Japan forums (http://robotjapan.proboards.com/post/327453) a few months back:

Worst comes to worst, I'll sell Mad Toys one in favour of a better Bandai one if they make it!

More than good match for now:

http://i.imgur.com/LNqJTOL.jpg (http://imgur.com/LNqJTOL)

Yeah I may get it. Lol

drifand

10th November 2014, 09:37 PM

I just bought dendoh src gear fighters blue and red.
Thought they look cool, can't wait for them to arrive.

kurdt_the_goat

19th November 2014, 07:28 PM

New pics of SRC God Sigma from Taghobby (http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/%E4%B8%8D%E6%96%B7%E6%9B%B4%E6%96%B0-figure%E7%8E%8B-202%E8%99%9F-%E5%85%A7%E5%AE%B9-bandai/)! And that black dood i don't know too!

http://i.imgur.com/anKLCYM.jpg

drifand

19th November 2014, 09:44 PM

The black is some getta robo, god sigma will be a yes for me.

Tetsuwan Convoy

19th November 2014, 11:46 PM

Black dood is cleverly named...

wait for it...

waaaiitt fooor it...

Black Getta

VGMStudios

20th November 2014, 01:18 AM

the black dood is Black Shin Getter. :)

kurdt_the_goat

21st November 2014, 06:04 PM

This just looks so damn good! He'll probably be a bit taller, but i can't wait have this and my Daizyujin/Megazord battling on the shelf!

http://tamashii.jp/special/pickup/201504gmk/01_01.php

http://i.imgur.com/L0xKae8l.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/L0xKae8.jpg)
http://i.imgur.com/PMldVHXl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/PMldVHX.jpg)
http://i.imgur.com/eBgpFerl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/eBgpFer.jpg)

drifand

22nd November 2014, 09:01 AM

I have not seen god sigma up on pre order and I am a bit surprised as normally when they reveal such pics on tamashii web, it should be released.

Tetsuwan Convoy

22nd November 2014, 05:01 PM

the black dood is Black Shin Getter. :)

Really? No shin in the japanese katakana there. My bad.

VGMStudios

22nd November 2014, 05:25 PM

Really? No shin in the japanese katakana there. My bad.

Hey you could be right. I didnt see your post till after I posted. :) So its my bad.

Tetsuwan Convoy

22nd November 2014, 10:06 PM

Hey you could be right. I didnt see your post till after I posted. :) So its my bad.

lol, I thinks iT's everybody's bad ;)

kurdt_the_goat

28th November 2014, 06:42 PM

Hnggg! http://tamashii.jp/item/10890/

http://i.imgur.com/zLxCeqol.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/zLxCeqo.jpg)
http://i.imgur.com/na2vZESl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/na2vZES.jpg)
http://i.imgur.com/xarEmHkl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/xarEmHk.jpg)
http://i.imgur.com/eGt4HLMl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/eGt4HLM.jpg)

drifand

28th November 2014, 07:03 PM

Is not out for order yet?

kurdt_the_goat

28th November 2014, 07:08 PM

Nope still just says April as well for now. Surprisingly, the height is only ~140mm too - at least he'll fit right in with Daizyujin now, but the price hike is a little annoying! Not going to dissuade me though, it just looks too good!

VGMStudios

28th November 2014, 08:58 PM

Looks pretty good but I have the real thing so I'll skip this one.

drifand

29th November 2014, 12:39 AM

Looks pretty good but I have the real thing so I'll skip this one.

Which real thing? Soc or godaikin? Lol

VGMStudios

29th November 2014, 06:59 AM

Take a guess.
And theres nothing wrong with Godaikin. They are classic robots. I appreciate for what they are.

drifand

29th November 2014, 10:52 AM

Take a guess.
And theres nothing wrong with Godaikin. They are classic robots. I appreciate for what they are.

I dunno? Godaikin ?

I have that piece, didn't buy the soc. Which was same as godmas.

VGMStudios

29th November 2014, 12:21 PM

Naw I have the SOC version. :)

drifand

29th November 2014, 03:03 PM

Naw I have the SOC version. :)

yup no point getting src.
I have godaikin, so I want the src to just do some poses.

kurdt_the_goat

1st December 2014, 11:31 PM

Preorder for SRC God Sigma is up at Amiami (http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-009308&page=top%2Fsearch%2Flist%3Fs_keywords%3DSuper+Robo t+Chogokin%24pagemax%3D40%24getcnt%3D0%24pagecnt%3 D1) for 5,680Y

drifand

1st December 2014, 11:32 PM

drifand

2nd December 2014, 12:45 PM

Hlj at 7,500 yen wow what a price difference

King Atlas

2nd December 2014, 03:27 PM

drifand

2nd December 2014, 08:02 PM

Mandarake had the Max Factory - Max Gokin - Genesic GaoGaiGar ( a mouth full) for 2,000 yen!!

Deal of the year for whoever go it.

I have two questions related to this though:

1. Do they have to honor the listed price even if it's a typo? (Ive seen some items that have said 0 yen)

2. Do they ever re-sell broken toys?

1. No please read their terms and condition, remember they are 2nd hand and may not be accurate description . I have seen volts v soc for 450,000 yen now I think it's wrongly priced as well.

2. Most of the time they don't sell broken, but they do have scratches and missing parts like said second hand.

I am not a fan of that piece, so I don't really care for it

VGMStudios

3rd December 2014, 11:43 AM

So I just recieved an email from paypal stating that a store gave me tracking info for that feline beast figure that was recently in hot water by unamed company. Looks like they still managed to release it quietly.
I wonder if its true & hope it arrives soon.

drifand

3rd December 2014, 01:00 PM

I don't think you get Santa stuff this time.

VGMStudios

3rd December 2014, 03:41 PM

I don't think you get Santa stuff this time.

What the heck does that mean?

drifand

3rd December 2014, 06:16 PM

What the heck does that mean?

Not one of those scams like from eBay

Trent

3rd December 2014, 06:56 PM

drifand

3rd December 2014, 09:41 PM

What the heck does that mean?

Cool. I'm pretty sure I'm gonna buy one of these.

Where from?

Trent

4th December 2014, 06:12 AM

TFI

drifand

17th December 2014, 10:23 AM

Godmas is still available at hlj for soc if anyone still wanting one.
I would have considered it but the infinity gokin had set me back from any other purchase for this year.

drifand

20th December 2014, 04:17 PM

GGG transforming vid.

Spoiler or NOT, you should watch out for parts you may break.
Especially the train

SOC GGG... Perfect Final Fusion

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=x6VrivGtHBQ

Tetsuwan Convoy

24th December 2014, 01:20 PM

Hmm, still havent watched GGG but that robot is SEX!"!

drifand

24th December 2014, 11:14 PM

Hmm, still havent watched GGG but that robot is SEX!"!

Is funny how I have a whole set of DVD for it but I have not order this.
Is a must buy for ggg fans though.

VGMStudios

25th December 2014, 06:29 AM

Hmm, still havent watched GGG but that robot is SEX!"!

Im in the same boat as you. Never watched anything to fo with GGG but love the design.
Looking forward to it. Oh and I refuse to watch that link. Don't want to be spoiled haha.

drifand

25th December 2014, 07:35 AM

Im in the same boat as you. Never watched anything to fo with GGG but love the design.
Looking forward to it. Oh and I refuse to watch that link. Don't want to be spoiled haha.

Wasn't meant to be a spoiler, was meant to be a caution of what not to do as you can break it. It is a crucial step, hence the link.

Trent

25th December 2014, 01:00 PM

Was hoping TFI would post out my big cat bot before Christmas so I'd have it by Monday at the latest. Hasn't happened yet. Sad face.

drifand

25th December 2014, 03:13 PM

Was hoping TFI would post out my big cat bot before Christmas so I'd have it by Monday at the latest. Hasn't happened yet. Sad face.

I don't think we will get it till mid Jan.
Chances is my pg unicorn gundam and ultra Magnus will reach me first.
Is holiday, so I think it's not coming soon.
Chimungmung also hasn't gotten their lions so it's pretty much wait.

VGMStudios

26th December 2014, 12:58 PM

Wasn't meant to be a spoiler, was meant to be n of what not to do as you can break it. It is a crucial step, hence the link.

Im more than sure the instructions will have this caution. im extra careful with my Chogokin.
So ill wait till it arrives. :) looking forward to it.

drifand

26th December 2014, 04:51 PM

Im more than sure the instructions will have this caution. im extra careful with my Chogokin.
So ill wait till it arrives. :) looking forward to it.

Yup that's okay.
Anyway I pointed heads up on the train lock.

I think it's still a very nice soc

VGMStudios

27th December 2014, 07:21 AM

Cool thanks for the heads up. :)

Tetsuwan Convoy

5th January 2015, 12:18 PM

Im in the same boat as you. Never watched anything to fo with GGG but love the design.
Looking forward to it. Oh and I refuse to watch that link. Don't want to be spoiled haha.
lol. If I was gonna buy it, I'd hold off watching too. Saw one in the shops when I was cruising around the other day. Looks very nice in person too!

FInally got a chance to see these beauties. (please ignore the Yamato, it was just in the same room and there for size comparison)

Hello Kitty I bought because.... um... I was drunk? It's a weird crossover? I like Hello Kitty robots? I dunno. It' to celebrate 40 years of Hello Kitty AND Chogokin, so what's not to like? Daltanious I bought because it's just an awesome looking robot with a slight link to Voltron.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k313/Wootnchoo/IMG_20141229_095601_zpsfb7c1abd.jpg (http://s91.photobucket.com/user/Wootnchoo/media/IMG_20141229_095601_zpsfb7c1abd.jpg.html)

Daltanious has a frikking HUUUUUGE box! Had trouble getting it back Kansai on the plain. Only just managed to fit in the Hand luggage..... Too big for my suitcase.

Glad to have him, accessories out the whazoo and chunky as buggery. I managed to spy him on the X-ray as he went through the airport and it was pretty awesome to see all the metals hilighted hur hur hur (Man I am a nerd.)

Can't wait to spend some quality time with him. Ratchet there for scale. :D
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k313/Wootnchoo/IMG_20141229_105022_zps9fdbae1d.jpg (http://s91.photobucket.com/user/Wootnchoo/media/IMG_20141229_105022_zps9fdbae1d.jpg.html)

drifand

5th January 2015, 02:43 PM

I considered Daltanious for sometime as I am buying the King Of Beast I thought this would come in side to side.

I have the Original Godaikin Daltanious.

My list of SOC Bandai should be looking:
Voltron (Golion) > we know Toyami had probably made an exclusive deal with wep
Red Baron > Is due for a SOC version
Giant Gorg > Would like Bandai to challenge Sentinal version which is pricy
Goshogan > I am expecting this! because they have been coming out Trident and all the old robots.
Gurren Lagann > Shouldnt be hard since SRC is available

Well...just wait and see I guess.

VGMStudios

7th January 2015, 02:50 AM

That Hello Kitty Chogokin is really cute! Was it expensive? What is the die cast ratio?

Dont really know anything about Daltanious but it looks neat. Nice haul!

kurdt_the_goat

7th January 2015, 04:22 AM

Goshogan > I am expecting this! because they have been coming out Trident and all the old robots.

Just the other day i was reading a review of something and there was this comparison pic with a robot i loved the design of but didnt recognize... You saying Trident (Trider?) made me think i might like the design of this Goshogan too, which i'd never heard of either. Googled that shit and lo and behold it's the robot i couldn't identify!

Now i want one but i think the one i saw was a CM's Corp $400+ figure? No good will wait for SoC or SRC lol

drifand

7th January 2015, 08:16 AM

Just the other day i was reading a review of something and there was this comparison pic with a robot i loved the design of but didnt recognize... You saying Trident (Trider?) made me think i might like the design of this Goshogan too, which i'd never heard of either. Googled that shit and lo and behold it's the robot i couldn't identify!

Now i want one but i think the one i saw was a CM's Corp $400+ figure? No good will wait for SoC or SRC lol

Yeah I may have mis spelt their names, but Goshogan would be a SOC candidate I think. There may be a few other old Takatoku toy robots that may be done SOC but its all with Bandai decision and god knows what they decide.

VGMStudios

7th January 2015, 01:53 PM

Its Goshogun. Not gan.
looks interesting. There is a jumbo version of this guy as well.
Kurdt you're right he does look neat.

thing that sucks bbts had him for $99. Lol

drifand

9th January 2015, 04:26 PM

Going merry one piece chogokin reissue is available for any one piece fans.
It's very heavy apparently .

VGMStudios

18th January 2015, 02:26 PM

Was going threw my boxes of figures when I came across my GFG.
So I did this for those who love GFG.

Thought it was a cool picture to make! :D

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-u0REfgnBNyY/VLsni8DI0oI/AAAAAAAAFOw/INqnRtUOI8s/s800/20150117_203438.jpg

close up
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/--axyLInsnCQ/VLsnhOtKQHI/AAAAAAAAFOw/Yr9AoZ-u2bQ/s800/20150117_203403.jpg

I forgot just how flimsy GFG really is. GGG is worlds apart in comparison.
Then again its not really fair to compare such an old toy with todays tech.

drifand

18th January 2015, 03:00 PM

GFG is CM corp?

VGMStudios

18th January 2015, 05:44 PM

Yup! :)

kurdt_the_goat

18th January 2015, 05:58 PM

Selling my Soul of Chogokin Daioja for $185... much less than i paid for it so it's a good deal! Check out the full details over in my sales thread (http://otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=8700) if you're interested.

drifand

18th January 2015, 07:10 PM

wow big difference, I am a bit glad I didn't bought the cm corp as my friend insisted.

VGMStudios

18th January 2015, 09:59 PM

Of course there is a big difference.
CMs was made years ago. Even tho its a bit clumbsy at tims, its still worth getting it I think. Its a good display piece.

anyways that wasnt the reason why I showed those pictures.

drifand

21st January 2015, 12:17 PM

Volts v available at cdjapan, I decided to grab one even though I do have the first edition but is in Singapore .

He is jokingly available at Nippon yasan at 28,000 yen. Stuff that.

Oh stuff 28,000, is now 30,000.

VGMStudios

22nd January 2015, 01:03 AM

wonder if they will do the hammer

drifand

22nd January 2015, 12:07 PM

Was going to say it may be a tamashii web item. Feels weird they have put in so much and left that out.

But I am willing to bet that they will release one with the hammer down the road.

VGMStudios

23rd January 2015, 05:08 AM

OR parts to make GFG.

Not likely but I can dream cant I!;)

drifand

23rd January 2015, 11:54 AM

OR parts to make GFG.

Not likely but I can dream cant I!;)

Not at all, I would buy that. But I dont think is going to be anytime soon.

Grendizer just released for preorder with the UFO option, hence I think GGG would be similiar though that is in the SOC range, soc also had Grendizer with the other planes sold seperately.

drifand

28th January 2015, 12:17 PM

damn cdjapan offered me a damaged box Voltes V saying there is no stock and then restocked them today. A bit pissed.:mad:

jazzcomp

3rd February 2015, 11:47 PM

Voltes V arrived today :). Was expecting a bigger box but still happy :D

drifand

4th February 2015, 02:46 AM

Same here, mine arrived today.

jazzcomp

4th February 2015, 07:28 AM

Wish Anime Export didn't limit ordering to 1 :(

drifand

4th February 2015, 01:04 PM

Wish Anime Export didn't limit ordering to 1 :(

you should have asked as cdjapan had several available at 22,000 yen

NY is selling at a ridiculous 35,500 yen excluding postage!

jazzcomp

4th February 2015, 08:33 PM

No worries. It was pre-ordered a long time ago.

drifand

6th February 2015, 11:56 AM

I just had the time to opened mine today, have to say, is smaller than what I thought it was going to be. I forgotten how tall my version one was. lol

jazzcomp

6th February 2015, 02:14 PM

Is it the same size as the previous GX-31V release?

drifand

6th February 2015, 03:15 PM

Is it the same size as the previous GX-31V release?

yes it is, I have not seen it for over 4 years as I have been away that long.
I have Combatler V as well.

drifand

10th February 2015, 12:24 PM

Volts V price increased to 36,500 yen! unbelievable. On ebay they go as high as $450.

Trust me, the toy isn't worth that much. lol

jazzcomp

10th February 2015, 05:12 PM

Volts V price increased to 36,500 yen! unbelievable. On ebay they go as high as $450.

Trust me, the toy isn't worth that much. lol
I believe the older GX-31V goes as high as $500-$600 on ebay before this version came out. And the regular GX-31 goes for $300.
That's why I just waited. :)

drifand

10th February 2015, 05:25 PM

I believe the older GX-31V goes as high as $500-$600 on ebay before this version came out. And the regular GX-31 goes for $300.
That's why I just waited. :)

I think the Volts in box respect had more paint apps hence the price.

The first issue shouldn't be worth that much. The 40th one is just metallic finish instead of the normal paint version.

SOCs generally are not worth over $350 for any figure, but noted the GGG was already at $300 mark.
Most of them get reissued anyway, and even more regular than Transformers masterpieces.

I am surprised they haven't done some of the potential SOCs.

drifand

13th February 2015, 10:47 AM

Volts V now at 36,500 yen at NY. I think this particular figure is more sorted for as it was televised in countries such as Philippines, Indonesia.
US had the Godaikin which weighed a ton!

SOC version looks more refined but it isn't as mobile or flexible, the head movement is still limited.

jazzcomp

15th February 2015, 09:08 AM

I just checked my Voltes V and one side was double taped. Anyone know why?

drifand

15th February 2015, 06:35 PM

Mine wasn't misb but was told.

ampoldj

15th February 2015, 06:50 PM

I believe the older GX-31V goes as high as $500-$600 on ebay before this version came out. And the regular GX-31 goes for $300.
That's why I just waited. :)

And when i was in Japan it was only 8000 yen and was gone already when I came back to withdraw money from a 10min walk ATM:(

drifand

15th February 2015, 08:47 PM

And when i was in Japan it was only 8000 yen and was gone already when I came back to withdraw money from a 10min walk ATM:(

No credit card accepting? And here's a tip always carry some cash as they seem to accept that more than cards.

VGMStudios

18th February 2015, 03:52 PM

Yes add insult to injury! Classy.

drifand

18th February 2015, 05:16 PM

Yes add insult to injury! Classy.

Actually no, I think is a good tip. I found it hard in Japan to get a money changer, hence I think I had about 50,000 yen or less on hand while touring. Whenever I am in a store that accept credit card, I used it. Normal small food stores, I have used their currency cash.

I also changed money not from Australia but from Malaysia or Singapore.

Insult? not so, I just happened to be more ready when touring. Some people have the fear of carrying so much cash on hand. But the thing was Japan is very safe from pick pocketing crimes.

VGMStudios

21st February 2015, 08:57 PM

:eek: Enough said.
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-wMpJE7FqhMM/VOgUK-gr8XI/AAAAAAAAiTY/wq6eczA6ioI/w1280-h800-p-k/SOC%2BGoldy%2BMarg.jpg

yes thats for the recent release of SOL GGG.

drifand

21st February 2015, 10:39 PM

It was too hard to pass. There will be one with ggg and this combine .

VGMStudios

22nd February 2015, 02:56 AM

What do you mean?

drifand

22nd February 2015, 11:15 PM

Hammer plus ggg in one box. Is bound to happen just watch.

VGMStudios

23rd February 2015, 10:31 AM

Oh! Why didn't you just say that! Lol.
ya down the road maybe when they re-release it.

drifand

23rd February 2015, 11:09 AM

Oh! Why didn't you just say that! Lol.
ya down the road maybe when they re-release it.

Though it will be quite expensive.

I wonder what other SOC have they lined up as Dynamite line seemed to be way faster in releasing their range leaving Bandai almost less room to breath.

drifand

27th February 2015, 01:46 PM

Woah, the hammer is 19,000+ yen! that's quite a hammer.

Tetsuwan Convoy

28th February 2015, 12:57 AM

Woah, the hammer is 19,000+ yen! that's quite a hammer.
Thats cant be right.... Got a linky.

God I hope its not right, thats half the price of GGG

VGMStudios

28th February 2015, 04:29 AM

Thats cant be right.... Got a linky.

God I hope its not right, thats half the price of GGG

Wholey allah he's right!
that's stupid.
GX-69 (http://sp.tamashii.jp/item/10960/)

Trent

28th February 2015, 11:06 AM

That's such a dumb price...

Who's buying it? :p

Tetsuwan Convoy

28th February 2015, 11:18 AM

That's such a dumb price...

Who's buying it? :p

Crazy ppl who bought GGG.

It does look pretty cool, but that ends up being ~500 all together....:eek:

drifand

1st March 2015, 12:15 PM

I would think it will be at 17,000 at best price but even then just for a hammer?
A bit over the top.

drifand

2nd March 2015, 10:53 PM

The hammer is available at ny at 16,500 yen

VGMStudios

4th March 2015, 09:34 AM

So I caved and pre ordered the hammer.
For $144 that's not to bad. A heck a lot better than the 19000 yen they were asking for.

drifand

4th March 2015, 10:34 AM

So I caved and pre ordered the hammer.
For $144 that's not to bad. A heck a lot better than the 19000 yen they were asking for.

would be surprised if you didn't buy it.

VGMStudios

4th March 2015, 02:22 PM

would be surprised if you didn't buy it.

Well i wasn't going to at that price point and wait for a sale or something but since it was considerable cheaper i figured why not.

drifand

4th March 2015, 04:35 PM

Well i wasn't going to at that price point and wait for a sale or something but since it was considerable cheaper i figured why not.

19,000 was way to much, but most places have them way below the 18,000 yen mark. I still think that's a lot.

VGMStudios

5th March 2015, 01:09 AM

where are you going? Ive seen it much cheaper than that!

Trent

5th March 2015, 09:55 AM

BBTS has it for $145 (I think)

drifand

5th March 2015, 11:25 AM

where are you going? Ive seen it much cheaper than that!

I said way below

drifand

21st March 2015, 09:28 AM

Mazingkaiser skl shipped

ChlorHex

2nd April 2015, 12:21 AM

Anyone keen on a MIB chogokin Dancouga?
Box opened, contents viewed but not displayed.
Think I'm spreading myself too thin and collecting too many toylines... need to get back to TFs...

drifand

2nd April 2015, 01:38 AM

How much are you asking?
I am looking for ideon actually.

ChlorHex

2nd April 2015, 02:25 AM

How much are you asking?
I am looking for ideon actually.

PM'ed you.

drifand

2nd April 2015, 09:22 AM

Thanks I pass as I am looking for other socs.

VGMStudios

2nd April 2015, 02:59 PM

How much are you asking?
I am looking for ideon actually.

You and me both!

If you pass and looking for other soc, then why did you say you are looking for him?
talk about wasting his time.

drifand

2nd April 2015, 10:15 PM

You and me both!

If you pass and looking for other soc, then why did you say you are looking for him?
talk about wasting his time.

I do not mind owning duplicate if the price is right. Also I have friends who may be interested. I guess that's too much for you right?

VGMStudios

3rd April 2015, 04:01 AM

I do not mind owning duplicate if the price is right. Also I have friends who may be interested. I guess that's too much for you right?

Yup thats way to much for me.

Dont be an ass okay. How was I suppose to know based on what you said huh?
Maybe its to much for you to explain something more without being an ass! :rolleyes:

drifand

3rd April 2015, 06:33 AM

Yup thats way to much for me.

Dont be an ass okay. How was I suppose to know based on what you said huh?
Maybe its to much for you to explain something more without being an ass! :rolleyes:

You are being a ass by assuming and came out firing. Stop being pathetic.

It's my money and I decide what I want to spend and how to spend. I asked a valid question as such as it was not listed in his post and is actually against board rules. You came out blasting me without even asking and it wasn't any of your God damn business . I have asked for the price and I have indicated Ideon. He have pm me and I have gave my answer so that other people who may still want it can have it. If the price was there, I do not need to ask wouldn't i?

"How am I suppose to know" the fact that you don't, you have no basis to call me a time waster! Now if you have interest in it go ahead otherwise move along.

VGMStudios

3rd April 2015, 12:15 PM

Lol okay Allah damn it.
Moving along :)

Tetsuwan Convoy

14th April 2015, 10:55 PM

Good to see you're both willing to move on.

Incidentally there is a hide member's post option in the User CP tab if one finds oneself clashing with another member regularly.

VGMStudios

20th April 2015, 03:35 AM

I want so bad but no money for him right now.
http://i.imgur.com/aQIw6nt.jpg

gekisou

28th April 2015, 10:35 AM

I want so bad but no money for him right now.

OMG!!! That exist?! The AWESOMENESS!!!

lancalot

28th April 2015, 04:11 PM

man he look really cool hey .... i think it abit expensive...but then again he has alot of diecast....

Trent

1st May 2015, 08:21 PM

So who else got a preorder in for the shiny SOC Gunbuster reissue? I went through the the world's slowest checkout process with HLJ and got one, but haven't got a confirmation email yet.

VGMStudios

1st May 2015, 11:05 PM

didnt even know they were releasing a Gokin Color Ver.
When was this announced?

Trent

2nd May 2015, 07:30 AM

didnt even know they were releasing a Gokin Color Ver.
When was this announced?

A few weeks ago.

Finally got my confirmation email... 6 hours later :o

drifand

2nd May 2015, 11:16 AM

Missed that but I have the original version.

drifand

11th May 2015, 05:27 PM

my SRC godsigma arrived, kinda small but I actually like the figure, just wished it was a bit bigger.

drifand

10th June 2015, 08:55 AM

https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/12234-chogokin-x-shfiguarts-iron-man-mark-44-hulkbuster-limited-edition.html

Hulkbuster chogokin figurearts.
I do love it but I don't have the cash for this.

Tetsuwan Convoy

10th June 2015, 02:26 PM

Holy crapolas, that chogokin Hulkbuster looks da SEX!

As does that price :o

me still wants though

drifand

10th June 2015, 02:56 PM

Holy crapolas, that chogokin Hulkbuster looks da SEX!

As does that price :o

me still wants though

You getting it?

I was hoping Figma comes out with theirs as their iron man was really good even without metal.

Tetsuwan Convoy

11th June 2015, 10:53 AM

You getting it?

I was hoping Figma comes out with theirs as their iron man was really good even without metal.

But, but, but BUT METAL!!:eek::p;)

Lol. If I win the lotto I'll get one. But That is unlikely, so I will settle for having a look at it on youtube and dreaming. On the plus side, I've noticed the really expensive Chogokins rarely go up in price on the secondary market.

Hopefully I can pick one up later.